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Ertharin Cousin, former Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme, has been elected to the Heifer International Board of Directors, joining other members with diverse backgrounds in the business, agriculture, academic, faith-based and …

By
Associated Press
Published:
11:05 EDT, 24 May 2018
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Updated:
11:05 EDT, 24 May 2018
UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The U.N. Security Council has unanimously approved a resolution that for the first time recognizes the link between conflict and hunger and …

The U.N. Security Council has unanimously approved a resolution that for the first time recognizes the link between conflict and hunger and condemns the use of starvation as a method of warfare.
The resolution adopted Thursday calls on all parties to …

1. Introduction
The Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN) program was launched across Turkey in November 2016. It provides unrestricted, unconditional cash assistance to people living under different forms of protection in Turkey. For brevity, in this report …

162.5 Acres of land ploughed and 110 fuel efficient stoves built using local materials by refugees in Upper Nile and Unity
36,000+ Refugee children received polio vaccination during April 2018.
16,000+ Refugees received their ID cards (majority in Doro …

162.5 Acres of land ploughed and 110 fuel efficient stoves built using local materials by refugees in Upper Nile and Unity
36,000+ Refugee children received polio vaccination during April 2018.
16,000+ Refugees received their ID cards (majority in Doro …

The Australian Government, WFP and UNICEF have signed a 3-year partnership (2018-2020) with a funding of AUD750,000 (around 89 million Sri Lanka Rupees), to ensure stronger preparedness and faster, more integrated responses to natural disaster emergencies …

By
Associated Press
Published:
19:00 EDT, 23 May 2018
|
Updated:
19:15 EDT, 23 May 2018
UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The U.N. Security Council is expected to vote soon on a resolution recognizing the link between conflict and the threat of famine.
Dutch …

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council is expected to vote soon on a resolution recognizing the link between conflict and the threat of famine.
Dutch Ambassador Karel Van Oosterom, whose country sponsored the resolution, says the text was agreed …

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Nigeria has hired 87,000 cooks to prepare meals for 8.2 million pupils in the National School Feeding Programme.
The target of feeding of 5.5 million pupils daily was set when the the programme was introduced by …

Kim Jong Un is already rich, so what does he care about Trump's money?
Reuters/KCNA KCNA
President Donald Trump has consistently outlined his great hope for a prosperous, rich North Korea to rejoin South Korea and the international community, and …

By MOHAMMED MOMOH
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Nigeria has hired 87,000 cooks to prepare meals for 8.2 million pupils in the National School Feeding Programme.
The target of feeding of 5.5 million pupils daily was set when the the programme was introduced by …

SEOUL, South Korea — The bloody purges by the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, of his country’s elites and the execution of his uncle were driven in part by his feelings about his mother, whose background is a tightly guarded secret in the country, …

The Australian Government, WFP and UNICEF have signed a 3-year partnership (2018-2020) with a funding of AUD750,000 (around 89 million Sri Lanka Rupees), to ensure stronger preparedness and faster, more integrated responses to natural disaster emergencies …

Days after President Nicolás Maduro’s election victory on Sunday, most Venezuelans continue to face what has become their new normal: shortages of food and medicine, infants dying of malnutrition, rising crime, and collapsing infrastructure. Experts warn …

United Nations, May 23
About 1,50,000-2,00,000 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar are at risk from flooding and landslides during the monsoon season, the UN has said.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told …

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African Union and European Union Commissioners today adopted concrete measures to address pressing global issues in key areas such as peace and security, migration, job creation and agriculture.
This 9th Commission to Commission meeting of the two …

Security Council Press Statement on the joint force of the Group of Five for the Sahel:
The members of the Security Council heard on 23 May 2018 briefings on the activities of the joint force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (FC-G5S) by the Assistant …

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) is delivering on its goals and making good progress towards achieving its development and operational targets according to the 2018 Annual Development Effectiveness Review (ADER) (https://goo.gl/ …

May 24, 2018
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today endorsed a proposal on the use of the Core Principles for Islamic Finance Regulation (CPIFR), which were developed by the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) with the …

On May 22, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund
(IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation
[1]
with the Republic of Estonia, and considered and
endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting.
[2]
The economy of Estonia is …

The response to the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is far from over, says the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) as it announces an expansion of its operation.
“We must remain vigilant …

Geneva,
May 24, 2018
PR/2018/818
The Republic of Korea is adopting WIPO’s ground-breaking “artificial intelligence”-based translation tool for patent documents, making it the first member state to use WIPO Translate in an important advancement for …

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International Organizations Press Releases

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1Heart Caregiver Services received another award for this year. This time the company garnered the 2018 Spotlight Award for Best in Home Care.
The Spotlight Awards …

Sahara Group is delighted to announce its collaboration as a gold sponsor at the inaugural FT Nigeria Summit scheduled to take place in Lagos on Thursday,May 31
LAGOS, LAGOS, NIGERIA, May 24, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sahara Group is delighted …

First of its kind project for Philips will deliver a complete hospital solution for state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases
The new Cardiac Care Center is set to address the critical shortage of cardiology services in Ethiopia from as …

The response to the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is far from over, says the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) as it announces an expansion of its operation.
“We must remain vigilant …

GoodFirms conducted a survey among 100+ SEO companies/experts to disclose the best SEO strategies and trends
WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The year 2018 is already in full swing and becoming an …

The Robonomics.network platform will empower the Ethereum network infrastructure to be used in Industry 4.0, the IoT and smart cities.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, USA, May 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Airalab (https://aira.life/) …

Vincit (NASDAQ:VINCIT)
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, USA, May 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Europe's best workplace, Vincit, is now certified as a great workplace in the United States by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work®. Vincit …

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Stati Parties have requested permission from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in Stati et al. v. Rep. of Kazakhstan to take steps to enforce and …

Victim files Motion to Transfer and cites a number of due process abuses engaged by Enterprise Holdings and its companies National, Alamo, and Enterprise Rental
FORT MYERS, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, May 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

The African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) Joint Special Representative (JSR) Jeremiah Mamabolo has concluded a two day visit to oversee progress on the establishment of the Mission’s temporary operating base in Golo, Jebel Marra …

G-PMC is one of the few ISO certification registrars without any ties to infamous accrediting groups linked to foreign nations hostile to American interests
WASHINGTON, DC, US, May 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It's no secret that in …

The report is an all-inclusive analysis of the various factors driving the growth of the market and those that hold back restrain the growth of the market.
PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, May 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Customer Relationship …

In line with the positive reviews VIA has enjoyed, our commitment is to keep delivering tools that will give each user the edge to dominate their market.
CARPI, ITALY, May 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LogicalDOC has been a foremost player in …

Webinar led by industry experts details the practical aspects of using policy management software to support Governance Risk and Compliance requirements
LONDON, UK, May 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sword Achiever, a supplier of governance and …

The response to the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is far from over, says the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) as it announces an expansion of its operation.
“We must remain vigilant …

International Organizations Events & Conferences

In the past 18 years, the exhibition successfully played its role in industry trade boost. It has attracted 300,000 professional purchasers, been attended by over 30 countries business departments, and been issued by more than 300 medias. “The 19th Guangzhou International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition”will be held at Pazhou Complex-the largest exhibition center in Asia.
Take a panoramic view around the world, this exhibition will play an important role & bring great business opportunities again.
Hope vendors & visitors could catch this great opportunity to win a good year.
Achievement
Thousands of exhibitors from more than 30 countries & regions and 500,000 domestic and abroad visitors attended in the previous sixteen exhibitions.
Exhibiting Scope
1. Plate metal, Bar,...

This conference offers a platform for:
>>Discussion relating to the current status of women, with a special focus on the following categories that constitute potential challenges to gender equality and women’s rights: the UK’s decision to leave the EU, the refugee crisis, rising levels of (and political legitimisation of) sexual violence and misogyny, cuts in child-care and services for disabled people, lack of access to paid parental leave, tax and welfare reforms, the gender pay gap, sexual harassment and the rise of zero-contract hours.
>>International researchers and scientists from academia, industry and government to present their studies to a multi-disciplinary audience, exchange experiences, discuss proposals, and disseminate results on women’s and gender studies.
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